Nutty Sweet Surrender Carrot Cake

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 2

A Nutty Sweet Surrender Carrot Cake that melts in your mouth

by The Chefin Cake

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

29g

Fat

20g

The Nutty Sweet Surrender Carrot Cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This cake is made with fresh grated carrots, which give it a moist and earthy flavor, and grounded almonds which add a nutty richness. The lemon rind lends a fragrant aroma, adding a citrusy zing to the cake. The egg whites give the cake a light and airy texture, making it easy to eat without feeling too heavy. This carrot cake is a great choice for anyone looking for a tasty and healthy dessert that is sure to please!

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
2.	In a bowl, mix together the grated carrots and egg yolks until well combined.
3.	In another bowl, whisk together the sugar and lemon rind until fragrant.
4.	Add the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to the sugar mixture, and mix well.
5.	Pour the carrot mixture into this dry mixture, and stir until smooth.
6.	Fold in the egg whites until evenly incorporated.
7.	Pour the batter evenly into the cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8.	Let the cake cool for 5 minutes before removing it from the pan and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This carrot cake is moist and flavorful with its combination of lemon rind, almonds, and fresh grated carrots.

The egg whites produce a light and airy texture, giving the cake a melt-in-your-mouth consistency.

CONS

Almonds are a tree nut and can be allergenic to those with nut allergies.
Be sure to check with your guests before serving.

As with any cake, this dessert is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carrots are high in vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A and potassium, which have been shown to lower blood pressure and boost immune function.
Lemon rind has been found to contain antioxidants, which can reduce inflammation in the body.
Almonds are high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making them a great source of nutrition for those following a plant-based or low-carb diet.

	275 g carrots , peeled and grated
	5 eggs , separated , whites beaten stiff
	300 g sugar
	10 g fresh lemon rind , grated
	300 g blanched almonds , ground
	60 g all-purpose flour
	5 g baking powder
	1 pinch salt